Meditate in Attleborough

14/01/2026

Title: New Year New You - Half-Day Meditation Course
Time: 10.00 am to 12.30 pm
Cost: £17 / Free to our members
Venue: Amoghasiddhi Buddhist Centre
Booking: meditateinnorfolk.org

Description
The New Year brings new beginnings. Start your year with a fresh and positive approach. Discover the practical benefits that meditation can bring and learn to integrate positive thinking into your daily life to give yourself the confidence to be happy in 2026

Teacher: Kelsang Dorsem – Known for his clear, practical teachings, bringing modern Buddhist compassion and wisdom to everyday life. He is a long-time student of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso and Kadam Bridget Heyes. He comes from a scientific background and holds a PhD in biochemistry. He possesses an excellent ability to bridge external sciences with the inner sciences of the mind.

Everyone is warmly welcome at Amoghasiddhi Kadampa Buddhist Centre and all our events throughout Norfolk and Suffolk.

08/01/2026

Our Monday lunchtime class restarts JAN 12 and our Tuesday evening Norwich City College classes restart JAN 13

07/01/2026

On Saturday 10th at 7.00 pm you are invited to attend a free event called Offering to the Spiritual Guide (OSG) Puja (Chanted Prayers).

On this day it will also be Vajrayogini Day, although these practices are not open to the public you can join us and attend (OSG). You can bring an offering to place on our shrine or offering table. In general they are normally vegetarian & non-alcoholic.

CELEBRATING THE VENERABLE GURU DAKINI
VAJRAYOGINI DAY 2026

The month of January is a special month in the Kadampa calendar during which we emphasise the practices of Heruka and Vajrayogini, the principal Highest Yoga Ta**ra Deities of modern Kadampa Buddhism. These sublime practices were bestowed on us by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche and were his heart practices.

Vajrayogini is a female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Ta**ra who is the manifestation of the wisdom of all Buddhas. Her function is to guide all living beings to the Pure Land of Keajra, or Pure Dakini Land.

Kadampa centers around the world celebrate this day with special Vajrayogini practices and Offering to the Spiritual Guide pujas.

We will feature some of these events, including the special Vajrayogini celebrations at the mother center.

In short, may I never be parted from you, Venerable Guru Dakini,
But always come under your care,
And swiftly completing the grounds and paths
Attain the great Dakini state.

06/01/2026

Begin your new year in a positive way, we have retreats, classes and events here at he Buddhist centre in Attleborough, more information can be found on our website. meditateinnorfolk.org

05/01/2026

Beautiful Norfolk in winter

03/01/2026

Tomorrow morning we have a free class, so if feel like braving the cold conditions, why not come to place where you will be spiritually warmed and welcomed.

Prayers for World Peace
with meditation teacher Karen Keen

Sundays 11.00 am – 12.15 pm | JAN 04 | 18 | FEB 01| 15 |

World peace is very important. Sometimes we wonder what we can do to improve the state of the world – in this class we learn how to create peace within our own mind so we can help others to do the same. An inspiring way to spend your Sunday morning – bring your family and friends along! The class includes guided meditations, a short teaching and special prayers for world peace.
This beautiful chanted practice that reminds us how to create the causes for peace for our self and others through recitation of verses taken from ancient Buddhist poetry.
Frequently asked questions:
What does the class entail? Each class consists of a breathing meditation to settle the mind. Then there is a teaching based on a topic from Transform Your Life. Then we collectively recite the verses from Prayers for World Peace which include a silent period for further meditation. People are welcome to stay after the class for refreshments and to discuss the ideas raised or ask questions to our friendly Buddhist community.
Is it religious?
The classes are based on Buddha’s teachings which principally reveal how to maintain a happy and peaceful mind all the time and then to share this experience with others. Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso says “Everybody religious or non-religious is looking for happiness all the time. They can fulfil their aim through practising these instructions.” The temple draws people from all walks of life from experienced Buddhist practitioners to those just wishing to learn more about meditation. Everybody is welcome regardless of background or beliefs.
Do I have to join in the prayers?
No. The main part of the class will be the teaching and guided meditation. The prayers help prepare the best conditions in our mind for these and last around 10-15 minutes. There is no requirement to participate, you can simply listen and soak up the peaceful energy of the temple.
Course fees and booking
This class is free no need to pre-book just turn up on the day, doors will open for 11.00 am